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nexus 7 (2012)

  1. websterphreaky

    Nexus 7 "Soft Bricked" in Boot Loop, need help in simple terms to restore.

    I have a Un-Rooted Nexus 7 2012 32GB (bought new in Nov 2013) that suddenly and for no reason "soft-bricked", stuck in a never-ending Boot Loop (swirling/spinning 4 color circles). I still had Android 4.4.4 running on it, except for the typical slacker stock Launcher hangs and not responding...
  2. A

    Root root and CM

    If I can root my 2012 Nexus 7 tablet and get CynagenMod in stalled will there be ethernet support and USB file transfer to and from my device..meaning mostly music files but general file storage into the USB drive...I only have 8 gigs... also does anyone know a place in the SE that will do this...
  3. O

    Help Recover N7 2012 Wifi without adb? Thumb drive maybe?

    I know there are a lot of "help I bricked my *****" threads out there, sorry to add another. But, I just need a nudge in the right direction, so thanks for reading this. I've got a Nexus 7 2012 Wifi version. At some point it became boot looped, but now it just displays the white Google logo...
  4. chibae

    Help Screen issues upon waking up

    My tablet is the 16g Wifi running 5.1.1 It had been rooted by a previous owner but flashed back to stock before I received it about 18 months ago. In the past couple of months approximately 50% of the time when I "wake it up", either by opening the case cover or pressing the on button the...
  5. F

    System repeatedly freezes

    My 2012 Nexus 7 tablet repeatedly freezes up so that the only thing I can do is reboot the device. Then it seems to work for a couple of minutes, only to freeze up again. I tried doing a factory reset from Settings, but it froze up in the process. Then I managed to do a hard reset even though it...
  6. Moondoggy

    Should I buy an new android tablet now or wait

    I currently have a Nexus 7 that was manufactured by ASUS that is getting close to the end of it's usefulness and would like to know if I should buy a new one now or wait for something better? My problem is this...... The tablet itself only has 16 GB of memory and as upgraded the OS up to Android...
  7. R

    Current software and functionality

    been running a different ROM for a few months - what's the OEM one like these days? Thinking about moving back to factory settings as some things don't play nice on a "modified" device
  8. D

    Root Nexus 7 2012 - Recently Rooted - Problems

    Hi, I'm new to rooting. But found Nexus Root Toolkit v2.1.0 and it was a breeze to unlock, root and custom ROM installed. I tried a few ROMs but since I installed Minimal OS, I've not been able to connect my tablet to my pc to install another ROM or the GApps, which are sorely missing. I've...
  9. S

    Help camera app not working, problems with other apps, random rebooting, etc.

    I have a Nexus 7 2012 (wifi) tablet that has been plagued by problems. Since a couple days ago the biggest problem is the camera app no longer works. I have tried the official one and a couple others. None seem to work. It worked on Christmas eve so I don't know what has changed between now...
  10. S

    Help Battery drained after being turned off for 2 weeks

    Just a very quick question - is it normal to find the battery completely drained after it's been unused and unplugged for about 2 weeks? Does this signify anything about the battery?
  11. DonB

    Root Thinking of Rooting the wife's old N7, suggestions and guidance needed.

    OK, got the wife a new tablet as she could not deal with how slow her N 7 first edition had become, even after numerous FR. So with that being said, I was going to sell this device, as I really didn't need it, but for $50 it's not worth selling, so I am thinking about rooting it to see if I...
  12. R

    Bricked Nexus 7 2012

    Just found my old nexus 7 but it wont turn on, it shows up on my computer as an apx device but I cant get into bootloader and it isn't showing up as an adb device , anything else I can try?? thanks
  13. E

    How can i update my rooted Nexus 7 (2012) currently with Android 4.4.4 to lollipop without unrooting

    Is there a rooted version of Lollipop i can install on my 2012 Nexus 7 my nexus 7 is currently rooted and has andorid 4.4.4 Just wondering if i can find a rooted version of Lollipop to install on my Nexus 7 (20212) and not loose my root? or Do i have to download Andorid 5.0.2 which...
  14. M

    Help Cannot use headphone on nexus 7 2012

    It would just click and then there's no sound from headphone or tablet when I plugged in my headphone. How do I verify whether its that headphone, its input slot or anything else?
  15. Alick Walker

    Help Nexus 7 screen replacement problem

    I've recently replaced the screen on a nexus 7 1st generation and when it was done the touch screen is very unresponsive and the images on the screen are fuzzy and odd colours. Images attached. Any ideas?
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    Root Can I downgrade from cm 12.1 to cm 10.0.0 ?

    Hello i have a Nexus 7 2012 and it is somewhat slow so i would like to go to cyanogen mod 10 from 12.1 how would i be able to accomplish it? I have twrp recovery installed
  17. B

    Help Nexus 7 (Gen 1 - 2012) only boots when connected to external power

    Normally I shut my Nexus 7 (Gen 1 - 2012, ME370T, Android 5.1.1, build LMY47V) down whenever I recharge it and so re-boot every few days or so. Yesterday I went to re-boot and nothing happened at all. Tried holding power button for 1 minute or more. Still nothing. Tried holding volume down...
  18. W

    Root Boot Loop Slim Kat

    Hi all Every time I power it up it loads the Slim Kat logo, but just as it comes to the home screen, it reboots and hits the Slim Kat logo again. Any idea how I can fix this?
  19. S

    Help Reboot problem - Failed to mount cache (Boot loop)

    Hi guys, I'm seeking your help in assisting me getting my tablet works again. It's Nexus 7 2012 with last updated Android version 5.1.1 (LMY47V). The problem started when the tablet suddenly restarted and the loading intro (that appears after Google's logo) didn't change for long time. I...
  20. G

    Can't sign in to Google account (maps, playstore etc..)

    Hi guys. As the title says. Am I looking at a factory reset or is there a another alternative. Thanks in advance.
  21. websterphreaky

    Help All app icons disappear after quitting a runnning app

    I have a 2012 32GB Nexus 7 running KitKat 4.4.4 (I refuse to update to LolliCrap, which wrecked my other N7!), it has been running great up until very recently when it started this odd quirk. After quitting a running app (it happens with most apps I have installed) the "desktop" screens (all)...
  22. D

    Cracked screen- is it worth fixing?

    Hi! My tablet was dropped and the screen is cracked and i can't use it. I haven't used it for 1 year. It charged it now and there is a certain spot where the touchscreen is responding, but it doesn't really help with anything. I want to access my memory, the laptop recognizes the device (i get a...
  23. Chappie

    had enough

    OK I had enough since the lollipop update my N7 slowed right down altered soem stuff and it speeded up but then its slowed down again. As its an aging tablet I decided to upgrade and ordered a Sony Z4 yesterday.
  24. W

    Help Nexus 7 3G 2012 OTA update to 5. 1. 1

    It is now several months since those bastards at Google ruined by machine with their Lollipop upgrade - (the word upgrade is a joke) - What I want to know is when 5. 1. 1 will be available OTA. Failing this does anyone know of legal action taken against Google for this travesty?
  25. mr nibbs

    DVD to Nexus 7 (2012)

    Hi I'm looking to rip DVDs to my Nexus 7. I have the necessary hardware but would like any advice regarding which software to use on my laptop. I've heard good things about DVD Catalyst 4 but understand that it is no longer available. TIA